Cross-border route
Czechia Slovakia
Czechia 
SlovakiaDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Czechia into Slovakia, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Slovakia expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the Both format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. Plan your border crossing in advance and keep your passport, national licence and IDP together.
Last reviewed June 2026
Route at a glance
FromCzechia
ToSlovakia
IDP in SlovakiaRequired
Accepted formatBoth
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in SlovakiaEUR
Czechia → Slovakia
Crossing the border
Czechia and Slovakia share a land border you can cross by car. Keep your passport, national driving licence and International Driving Permit together, and check opening hours and any toll or vignette requirements before you travel.
Driving rules in Slovakia
- Zero-tolerance alcohol limit (0.0%).
- Motorway e-vignette required.
- Headlights on at all times.
- Winter tyres mandatory in snow.
What to see when you arrive in Slovakia
- the old town and castle of Bratislava
- the High Tatras mountains
- the Spiš Castle
- the caves of Slovak Karst
- the medieval town of Banská Štiavnica
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Czechia to Slovakia?
Yes — Slovakia requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Slovakia recognises the Both format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Czechia and Slovakia?
No. Both Czechia and Slovakia drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you set off.
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